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Languages in Kindergarten to Year 10

Learning languages opens minds to difference where diversity is valued. Proficiency in languages encourages effective engagement with the global community. The study of Languages strengthens essential foundational skills in literacy. It also fosters intellectual and emotional development, and cultural understanding.

Through learning languages, students reflect on their own heritage, culture and identity and reflect on the culture, beliefs and values of others.

The rich linguistic and cultural diversity of NSW provides an educational environment where the study of languages and cultures is valued as a unique and integral part of the curriculum.

In June 2016, NESA developed a Languages K–10 Framework to guide the development of new NSW language-specific syllabuses. The Languages K–10 Framework is available at:


New NSW Curriculum Reform syllabuses

The following new Language syllabuses are to be taught from 2024:

The new Auslan K–10 Languages Syllabus (2023) is to be implemented in 2026. Schools have the option to start teaching the new syllabus in 2024 and 2025.

Implementation information is available on the Languages syllabus development page.

Languages syllabuses

View the syllabus and other support materials for the following courses.

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